NYT Crossword

Morissette with the 1996 hit "Ironic" NYT Crossword Clue

2D | 6 letters

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ALANIS

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Why This Answer Fits

ALANIS is the 6-letter answer for the clue "Morissette with the 1996 hit "Ironic"". The clue points to a specific reference rather than a broad synonym, which is why exact spelling matters. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 2D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: ALANIS in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Reference clue.
  • ALANIS has 6 letters, matching the required slot for 2D.

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Hint

This clue leans on a named person, work, title, or quoted phrase. Identify the reference, then fit it into a 6-letter slot.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Morissette with the 1996 hit "Ironic"", first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a reference clue.

  • This clue leans on a named person, work, title, or quoted phrase. Identify the reference, then fit it into a 6-letter slot.
  • The answer slot has 6 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
  • This clue appears at 2D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
Position 2D
Answer length 6
Puzzle type Daily
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